Kimberly Kilmer
Chicago,IL
Summary
Creative Graphic Designer with talent for developing unique custom artwork. Innovative approach to ideas and concept development. Offering 20 years of expertise overseeing individual projects and brand development. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Production Artist
Hammacher Schlemmer Corporate
08.2015 - 01.2024
- Spearheaded design projects from concept to completion, achieving outstanding results in visual communication.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- Improved efficiency by developing templates for recurring design elements, accelerating project turnaround times without compromising quality.
- Managed and mentored freelance artists, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Creative Design Director/Owner
Kilmer Kreations Inc.
08.2009 - 01.2020
- Design services for clients that included branding, logos, business cards, web design, custom magazines, brochures, direct mail pieces, package design, trade show collateral, and retail. Supported all advertising and marketing efforts for both print and online.
Advertising Design Manager
OfficeMax Corporate
06.2011 - 11.2013
- Responsible for managing and providing direction to both retail and catalog design teams on the development and execution of advertising print, in-store signing and catalog media.
- This position entailed areas of marketing, planning, and merchandising, as well as preparation of advertising materials concerning photography, imaging, product placement, branding, style, and messaging.
Creative Design Manager
CareerBuilder
05.2005 - 08.2009
Senior Graphic Designer
Sears Roebuck And Company Corporate
09.2000 - 05.2005
Education
Master of Arts - Marketing
Roosevelt University
Schaumburg, ILBachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Print Production Expertise
- Project Management
- Design Leadership
- Concept Development
- Strong Layout Skills
- Corporate Branding
- Marketing Support
- Website Graphics
- Adobe Creative Suite
portfolio
Digital portfolio being updated for review. Please feel free to contact me directly to discuss further work experience or just to say hello! I look forward to hearing from you.
Timeline
Senior Production Artist
Hammacher Schlemmer Corporate
08.2015 - 01.2024
Advertising Design Manager
OfficeMax Corporate
06.2011 - 11.2013
Creative Design Director/Owner
Kilmer Kreations Inc.
08.2009 - 01.2020
Creative Design Manager
CareerBuilder
05.2005 - 08.2009
Senior Graphic Designer
Sears Roebuck And Company Corporate
09.2000 - 05.2005
Master of Arts - Marketing
Roosevelt University
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Columbia College Chicago
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